517 West 59 Street
Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01151-0017Map
Owner of record: Augustus James Corp.
517 West 59 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1973 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 465 residential units across 33 floors. The owner of record is Augustus James Corp.. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on September 26, 2024. 3 of the 38 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 38
- DOB violations
- 52
- ECB violations
- 21
- HPD complaints
- 103
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 38
- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective steam pipes at south wall at boiler room
Sep 26, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 30e, 30th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 26, 2024 · Apt 30E
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at the sprinkler os&y gate valve at water meter room at cellar at meter room
Jul 8, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Feb 15, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 15p, 15th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 15P
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing covers/caps at electrical outlet at east wall at public hall, 15th story
Jul 15, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 15p, 15th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 15, 2019 · Apt 15P
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 16p, 16th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 16P
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet doors in the kitchen located at apt 16p, 16th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 16P
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose upper cabinet doors and shelves in the kitchen located at apt 16p, 16th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 16P
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign posted as paper at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 11, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector at private hall in the private hallway located at apt 26k, 26th story, 6th apartment from north at east
Jan 27, 2017 · Apt 26K
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 26k, 26th story, 6th apartment from north at east
Jan 27, 2017 · Apt 26K
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 24, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 4, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 4, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 4, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 4, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 4, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 11j, 11th story, 5th apartment from north at east
Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 11J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 23f, 23rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Sep 23, 2014 · Apt 23F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 23f, 23rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Sep 23, 2014 · Apt 23F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bed bugs in the entire apartment located at apt 13d, 13th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 7, 2009 · Apt 13D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 21b, 21st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 20, 2005 · Apt 21B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 21b, 21st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 20, 2005 · Apt 21B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mold and mildew walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 16e, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 25, 2004 · Apt 16E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mold and mildew at walls in closet in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 16e, 16th story
Nov 25, 2004 · Apt 16E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mold and mildew at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 16e, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 25, 2004 · Apt 16E
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color cracks at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 16e, 16th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 25, 2004 · Apt 16E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors ;; at public hall bulkhead, roof
Sep 20, 2003
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak evidence over 33 sty west apt 33d. , section '' ''
Sep 25, 1999 · Apt 33D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leaks at windows in northwest room 33 sty west apt 33d. , section '' ''
Sep 25, 1999 · Apt 33D
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 52
- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2022)
Apr 22, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2021
Aug 21, 2022
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 24, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 24, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 8, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 8, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 8, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
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- Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Mar 24, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Mar 24, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 1, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7c technical report by 02/21/2013
Dec 31, 2013
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 23, 2009
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 2, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 9, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 27, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 27, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 8, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Aug 8, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30246
Jun 24, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Feb 19, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30246
Dec 28, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30247
Dec 28, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30248
Dec 28, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30246
Apr 20, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30247
Apr 20, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p30248
Apr 20, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 6, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
Device #1p30246
Aug 7, 1991
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Elevator elevatorrequired
(73)restore to service so that a proper inspection can be made by this dept (37)covers (all around) (74)smoke hole grate
Oct 27, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(74)conduct operation performance test in presence of an inspector of this dept of the elevator hoist motor, before restoring to service
Oct 25, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 21
- Class - 2
Atoi observed sidewalk shed on exp 2 of the building with expired permit posted. as per dob active permit m01388645-i1-sh exp 10/19/2026 is on file., post/properly post permit
Sep 14, 2026 · Penalty $300
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file annual cert that cooling tower 1000001542 has been inspected,tested, & disinfected, & that a maintenance plan has been developed & implemented, by november 1,2016.rem:file annual cert.
Jun 20, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file annual cert that cooling tower 1000002702 has been inspected,tested, & disinfected, & that a maintenance plan has been developed & implemented, by november 1,2016.rem:file annual cert.
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file acceptable amended report.
Nov 7, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail to file an acceptable tech report in compliance w/code provisions:nov #36026828j periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as req by dob.rem:file required report to dob.
Nov 23, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls and appurtenances.noted: 1-defective items on roof as follows: a-spalling and rebar at colling tower's supports and at columns of screen walls at east and west elevation;b-ins
Jul 14, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat
Dec 22, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: at garage entry, no illuminated exit sign for emergency exit and no exit directionsign. remedy: provide emergency exit sign.
Oct 26, 2011 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 3
05j01.70o02.71q03.77x10.17h11.34o02.35m07.10h11.07l10. 05j01 car door opens for behind cop big gap where fingers can get stuck 70o02 clean pit 71q03 pit light unguarded 77x10 light under car not working 17h11 r
Aug 8, 2008 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
58,b,01 38,b,11 08,j,01 34,m,07 58 provide cover for brake coil junction box 38 steadying plate procedure no rolls assemblies are incomplete 08 adjust for more over fl glass 39 provide fire extinguisher
Sep 2, 2003
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
66,m,07 58,f,01 41,b,11 66 provide guard cover in pit 38 steodying plate and rolfer guides not properly adjust 58 brake structure when brake 41 use property tested on controller
Sep 2, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
41,g,11 38,b,01 41 property roted used on controller 38 adjust steodying plate breskings
Sep 2, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
1b,55i,57o. repair bell for stop switch, renew pit light, clean pit.
Sep 7, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46r-shorten hoist cables.
Mar 2, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46r,32d, 46-shorten hoist cables 32-secure hoist motor wiring rope
Mar 2, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46-change hoist ropes 50-seal & clean machine tighten botts on deflector shewel #15-repair & adjust hoist way doors #2-5-6 #60-install cwt buffer #35-secure wiring in room.
May 17, 1997 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file an amended report acceptable to this department pursuant to rule rcny 32-03b(5) indicating correction of hazardous condition described in initial ll10/80 report. remedy: file an amended report
May 14, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
25l,25l,24l,35o
Aug 7, 1991
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure t maintain. concrete cracked and spalling exposing reinforcement rods in recessed pan ceiling at garage levels. remedy: make all necessary repairs to the satisfaction.
Feb 14, 1990 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed not adequately maintained. sidewalk shed adjacent to garage entrance. remedy: make all necessary repairs forthwith.
Feb 14, 1990 · Penalty $300
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without obtaining an amended c of o at the 2 sty offices as required under open alt 1485/88 remedy obtain c of o or discontinue use
May 18, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 9, 2026 · Apt 20F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 15, 2025 · Apt 30E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 25, 2024 · Apt 30E
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 26, 2024 · Apt ONTHER
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Aug 22, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 22, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 29, 2021 · Apt 3E
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt 12C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 4, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 12, 2019 · Apt 15P
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 4, 2019 · Apt 3E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 28, 2019 · Apt 15P
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 28, 2019 · Apt 15P
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 5, 2019 · Apt 15P
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 5, 2019 · Apt ALL
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 2, 2018 · Apt 16P
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2017 · Apt 16F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 18, 2017 · Apt 21A
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
May 19, 2017 · Apt 23M
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 19, 2017 · Apt 23M
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 33R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Dec 26, 2016 · Apt 7N
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 24, 2016 · Apt 26K
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Dec 24, 2016 · Apt 26K
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 24, 2016 · Apt 26K
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 24, 2016 · Apt 26K
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 26, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 28D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 13, 2016 · Apt 25A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 13, 2016 · Apt 25A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 13, 2016 · Apt 25A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 13, 2016 · Apt 25A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 13, 2016 · Apt 25A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 13, 2016 · Apt 25A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 18R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 14, 2016 · Apt 4F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D6)
- Year built
- 1973
- Floors
- 33
- Residential units
- 465
- Building area
- 402,707 ft²
- Lot area
- 28,016 ft²
- Zoning
- C4-7
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1151 / 17
- Assessed value
- $24,556,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #139098, last renewed Aug 8, 2025.
Questions about 517 West 59 Street
Who owns 517 West 59 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Augustus James Corp..
Does 517 West 59 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.
Is 517 West 59 Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 517 West 59 Street built?
City records list 1973 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 517 West 59 Street?
It has 465 residential units and 467 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.